A British Tradition: Street Parties Celebrate The Royal Wedding

Union flags hung along Regent Street in celebration of the forthcoming royal wedding. More than 5,500 street parties are expected to mark the occasion

On Friday, April 29, 2011, the day William and Kate are to be married, is also a "Bank Holiday". As is the custom in Britian, millions of Britians will take to the streets and celebrate the marriage of the future King of England.

Courtesy: The Daily Mail:

More than 5,500 street parties are expected to mark the royal wedding. London leads the way with more than 800, including one for Downing Street. And with 85 events approved for the day, Richmond-upon-Thames is the hottest spot for street parties in the capital, according to road closure requests collected by the Local Government Association.

The LGA said that councils are aware of thousands of other parties on cul-de-sacs, pavements or driveways which have not needed official permission, making the total number much higher. The 5,500 total also excludes celebrations in gardens, pubs and parks, and parties held by councils themselves.

Wedding fever: Richmond-upon-Thames, the hottest spot for street parties in the capital, with 85 events approved for the big day